Description

Clora 75 MG Tablet SR is an antidepressant which is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Take this medicine at the same time regularly. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without informing your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Clora 75 MG Tablet SR

Dizzinesssevere

Irritabilitysevere

Blurred visionsevere

Dry mouthsevere

Nausea or Vomitingsevere

Swelling of face and feet severe

Acid or sour stomach

Constipation

Shaking of hands or feet

Mouth ulcers

Irregular menstrual periods

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Clora 75 MG Tablet SR

Onset of action

The effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 6 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 hours and 7 to 8 hours for an active metabolite.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate

Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving or operating heavy machinery.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Clora 75 MG Tablet SR

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Clora 75 MG Tablet SR, and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Clora 75 MG Tablet SR

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Clora 75 MG Tablet SR is used in the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder which is a brain disorder characterized by repetitive thoughts and behaviour.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Clora 75 MG Tablet SR

Allergy

Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Clora 75 MG Tablet SR or other tricyclic antidepressants.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

Clora 75 MG Tablet SR is not recommended in patients who have taken Monoamine oxidase inhibitors within the last 14 days.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Schedule H

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

Description

- Consumption of alcohol with Clora 75 MG Tablet SR may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating.

Instructions

- Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving or operating heavy machinery.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Depression

severe

Use with caution the patients suffering from depression and other psychiatric disorders due to the increased risk of suicidal thoughts especially at the beginning of the treatment and at the time of dose change. Discontinue the medicine and inform the doctor if these symptoms appear.

Seizures

severe

Clora 75 MG Tablet SR may increase the risk of seizures. Inform the doctor if you have any history of seizures or any head injury. The dose of this medicine should be adjusted based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Clora 75 MG Tablet SR as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts

- Use with caution in the patients with major depressive disorder due to the increased risk of suicidal thoughts. Close monitoring of these symptoms is necessary. Inform the doctor if these symptoms worsen.

Effect on heart

- This medicine may lower the blood pressure, therefore should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary. Inform the doctor if any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness appear.

Impaired liver function

- This medicine may increase the levels of liver enzymes like AST and ALT. Periodic monitoring of liver parameters is necessary. Lower or less frequent dosing is preferred in the patients with severe liver injury.

Body weight

- This medicine may either cause weight loss or weight gain. Inform the doctor if you experience any changes in the body weight.

Withdrawal Symptoms

- Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like nausea, headache, anxiety, dizziness, and irritability. Gradual dose reduction should be made under the doctor's supervision.

Pediatric population

- This medicine is not recommended for children under the age of 10 years.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works

It works by increasing the levels of a chemical substance in the brain which helps in reducing the symptoms by maintaining the normal brain function.

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